Haarlem railway station

Haarlem railway station is a transport hub in the Dutch city of Haarlem with Art Nouveau brickwork and curved architectural details. The building stands at the junction of several rail lines and serves as a central point for regional and local connections.

The station opened in 1839 and was one of the first railway stations in the Netherlands. The current building was constructed between 1906 and 1908 based on a design by architect Dirk Margadant, replacing the original structure.

The building displays Art Nouveau features visible in its curved lines and decorated brickwork. These architectural details shape the character of the station square and make it a distinctive spot in the city.

Inside the building you will find ticket windows, waiting areas, shops, and secure bicycle storage for your journey. The station is easy to reach and offers direct access to trains in multiple directions, so it helps to arrive with time to spare.

Directly across from the station stood the Beijnes factory, where locomotives and carriages were built for both railways and trams. This industrial proximity shaped the city's development and made the area a key center for early railway engineering.

Location: Haarlem

Inception: 1899

Architects: Dirk Margadant

Official opening: September 20, 1839

Architectural style: Art Nouveau architecture

Part of: Haarlem–Uitgeest railway, Haarlem–Zandvoort railway

Address: Stationsplein 5 t/m 11 (Station)

Website: https://ns.nl/stationsinformatie/hlm/haarlem

GPS coordinates: 52.38778,4.63889

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:47